Description
Indulge in the decadence of this Chocolate Strawberry Cake, a delightful fusion of rich chocolate cake layers and fresh strawberries. Perfect for celebrations or simply satisfying your sweet cravings, this recipe is easy to follow and promises a stunning dessert that will impress guests and family alike. With its beautiful presentation and customizable options, you can tailor it to your taste preferences for any occasion. From special gatherings to everyday treats, this cake is sure to be the highlight of your dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
- Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until combined. Gradually stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter among the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg